AFP issues six-point fleet management checklist following 2026 Budget
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has published a six-point checklist to help fleet operators respond to changes announced in the 2026 Budget, highlighting the implications for vehicle taxation, electrification and long-term fleet planning. The guidance follows what the AFP describes as a mixed Budget for the sector, with greater certainty around company car taxation […]
Solving the seven operational nightmares haunting UK logistics operators
The logistics sector has faced its fair share of scares in 2026, with disruption exposing some businesses’ weaknesses, and undermining their profitability and customer confidence. So, if the past year has taught the industry anything, it’s that operating conditions can change at a moment’s notice, and a business performing ‘OK’ has little room to cope […]
Grey Fleet Management: What Fleet Managers need to check before employees drive for work
An employee driving their own car to visit a customer, attend a meeting or travel between sites might not appear to be part of a traditional fleet operation. But from a road safety and duty-of-care perspective, that journey can create responsibilities for the employer. These privately owned vehicles, commonly described as the grey fleet, are often […]
Managing High-Risk Fleet Drivers: Turning telematics data into safer behaviour
Modern fleet technology can tell managers more about driving behaviour than ever before. Telematics can identify speeding, harsh braking and other potentially risky driving patterns. Vehicle cameras can provide context around incidents, while AI-enabled systems can detect signs of distraction or fatigue. Driver records, licence checks and incident histories can also be brought together to […]
Brake celebrates fleet road safety excellence at 2026 UK Fleet Champions Awards
Fleet Summit partner and road safety charity Brake has recognised organisations and individuals making significant contributions to occupational road safety at its annual UK Fleet Champions Awards. More than 300 fleet industry professionals attended the ceremony at New Dock Hall in Leeds, where winners and runners-up were announced across 12 award categories. A total of […]
Google Maps adds real-time fuel prices to help drivers cut costs at the pump
Fleet managers and drivers can now compare petrol and diesel prices directly through Google Maps, following the integration of the UK Government’s Fuel Finder scheme into the navigation platform. The new functionality allows motorists to view near real-time pump prices at nearby filling stations, making it easier to identify cheaper fuel before refuelling. The Department […]